1967 Lamborghini 350GT
1967
Lamborghini 350GT: The Bull that started the brand
What is it?
The 350GT represents the inaugural production model for Ferruccio Lamborghini, marking his ambitious shift from tractor manufacturing to grand touring luxury. Designed by Carrozzeria Touring and powered by a V12 engine developed by Giotto Bizzarrini, it proved that a newcomer could challenge the established titans of Italian performance. It is a sophisticated, hand-built machine that balances elegance with raw mechanical potential.
Why it's interesting
The 350GT is fundamentally significant as the foundation of the entire Lamborghini legacy. It captures a specific moment in history when engineering innovation met bespoke coachbuilding, setting the aesthetic and performance standards that would define the company for decades to come.
Quick Facts
Production
1964-1966
Engine
3.5-liter V12
Power
270-280 hp
Transmission
5-speed manual
What to notice
- The distinctive oval-shaped headlamps that give the nose a unique, expressive character.
- The Superleggera badge on the fender, indicating Touring's weight-saving construction method.
- The refined, hand-stitched leather cabin that emphasizes grand touring comfort over track-focused austerity.
- The deep, complex sound of the Bizzarrini-designed V12 engine at idle.
Did you know?
The engine was originally designed by Bizzarrini with racing aspirations, leading to a high-revving architecture that Ferruccio Lamborghini had to slightly soften to make the car suitable for road-going grand touring.
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